Orientation and Mobility Specialist

ORIENTATION & MOBILITY SPECIALIST

Reports To :

Program Services Supervisor

Exemption Status : Exempt

Hours per week : Full-time, 40 hours

Department : BR Admin - 970100

Salary Grade : PRF6

SOC Code : 21-1015

Overall Responsibilities :

The Orientation & Mobility (O&M) Specialist will travel throughout a wide geographic area offering Orientation and Mobility instruction to adults who are blind or visually impaired in safe, independent, and efficient travel in both familiar and unfamiliar environments so they may function at a level which will result in an independent lifestyle. The O&M Specialist will also assist individuals to achieve maximum independence through daily living skills instruction. The O&M Specialist is responsible for the implementation of the individualized rehabilitation services to clients to support their goals to remain independent in their home and daily activities. Incumbent must be able to provide their own transportation to various client sites.

Education and Experience :

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Orientation and Mobility and certification as an Orientation and Mobility Specialist through ACVREP or NBPCB is required. At least 3 years of experience in the field of blindness and visual impairment preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities :

• In-depth knowledge of principles, methodology, tools, techniques, and equipment used for providing O&M to individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
• Ability to accurately evaluate the O&M skill level of people who are blind or visually impaired.
• Ability to work with diverse clientele and exercise discretion, confidentiality, and independent judgment.
• Be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to meet the needs of the clients, the organization, and its customers.
• Self-directed, requiring minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of physical and psychosocial adjustments to the loss of vision.
• Knowledge of State and Federal Laws, rules, and regulations that are applicable.
• Knowledge of low vision adaptive aids and appliances.
• Ability to problem solve and utilize necessary resources.
• Ability to function independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to organize and manage case load, set priorities, and pay attention to details to ensure work is accurate and tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Provide own transportation to various client sites. Personal vehicle mileage will be reimbursed. Reasonable accommodations will be made when able.
• Be CPR / First Aid certified or have the ability to get certified
• Have a smartphone to use for business purposes.
• Ability to lift / move / transfer materials weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, and bend frequently.
• While performing the duties of the job, the incumbent may be exposed to outdoor changing weather conditions and various indoor environmental conditions.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Competencies :

Core Values : Opportunity

Accountability

Innovation

The employee filling this position has been authorized by the Bosma Management Team to perform the job duties listed in this job description.